What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $55 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Point Loma?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Point Loma. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Rosecrans St & Carleton St via Los Angeles Union Station and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Point Loma is 205 miles. The road distance is 215 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Point Loma without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $40 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Point Loma bus from?

Santa Barbara to Point Loma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $55 - $400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 6h 35m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Point Loma bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Point Loma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Point Loma?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Point Loma is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Santa Barbara to Point Loma.

Where can I stay near Point Loma?

There are 1931+ hotels available in Point Loma.

Santa Barbara to Point Loma - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Point Loma by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)SBA - SAN
3h 30m
$58–397
Drive 213.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Point Loma213.7 mi
3h 47m
$39–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
6h 35m
$43–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0831
7h 22m
$43–107
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
6h 20m
$146–347

Santa Barbara to Point Loma by train and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

6h 35mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Point Loma, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Southwest Airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–110 and the journey takes 6h.

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